Christmas and New Years

[littlemaryjs]

Hello, just wondering if anyone could offer any valuable info on Disney over Christmas and New Years. I read alot of messages that point out that it's very busy that week. I will be there Dec 23rd-Jan 3rd with my boyfriend (no kids). I'm concerned if it will be too difficult to get in any of the parks during that week? Is it too unbearable? Are there any days that might be better to go than others at all? We were also interested in seeing the Cirque du Soleil, any preference in nights for that either? I'm staying at the Port Orleans Riverside (hope it is nice). And how about New Years Eve/Day? Any recommendations? How about the park hopper passes? Would they include admission to Pleasure Island? Or would I have to purchase that separately? I would greatly appreciate any info anyone could offer as it will be my first time there. And I apologize for all my questions!!

 

[swilphil]

Since you are staying onsite, you probably won't have a problem getting into the parks if you get there before opening. It is the busiest week of the year. I'd be at the POR bus stop an hour before the park opens just to make sure. There may be a long line for the buses. Go to Epcot on New Year's Eve and MK on New Year's Day (at opening!). Avoid MK on Christmas Day also.

I can't really answer any of your other questions! Enjoy!